🌱 London Ave. Main Break + Pawtucket Man Drags Dog, Arrested

Up and at 'em, Pawtucket! Here's everything you need to know to get this Friday started off right.

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First, today's weather:

A bit of afternoon snow. High: 37 Low: 7.

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Here are the top three stories today in Pawtucket:

1. Crews are working to repair a major water main break in Pawtucket early Thursday morning. Officials spotted a pickup truck partially swallowed by a resulting sinkhole on London Avenue around 3 a.m. The driver, who was in the vehicle when the road buckled underneath him, had no injuries. The Pawtucket Water Supply Department were prompt to start repairs on the 8-inch water main. (WPRI.com)
2. Pawtucket resident Troye Adams was arrested for dragging dog outside car while driving on Lonsdale Avenue. The Chihuahua was attached to the vehicle as Adams drove 30 mph. Police were able to rescue and send the dog to the Pawtucket Dog Shelter. Adams turned himself in on Jan. 4. (WLNE-TV (ABC6))
3. Pawtucket Patch posted five new listings located on Enfield St., Crest Dr., Suffolk St., and more. House hunters and curious neighbors can check out the full list with photos here: (Pawtucket Patch)

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Today in Pawtucket:

• Quahog Comedy Circuit Electrifies Pawtucket At Boulevard Banquet Hall At 510 Armistice Blvd (7:00pm)

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From my notebook:

• Pawtucket Public Library was named one of the 18 RI Arts and Preservation Grantees. The Rhode Island State Council on the Arts is committed to projects focused on state preservation and state cultural facilities across the country. (Facebook)
• Pawtucket Fire Department announced that all fire stations will double as safe stations for those struggling with addiction. Safe stations are open 24/7 and will provide information about access to treatment centers, Narcan, fentanyl strips, and more. These stations are not recovery centers or injection sites, however, transportation is available to those who need. (Facebook)
• Ten Lives Cat Rescue posted new cats and kittens for adoption yesterday. Pawtucket Patch and Petfinder has compiled a list of a variety of pets in the Pawtucket and Providence area. For full descriptions and photos, click here: (Pawtucket Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.